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MPL 132L

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,041 mi
Last recorded42,041 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2017
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPL 132L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2017 42,041 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 42,001 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 41,992 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 41,966 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 41,951 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 41,825 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 41,754 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 41,681 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 41,598 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 41,282 miles

vehicle is in disgustingly good condition

Pass 12 May 2007 40,877 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 40,848 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire?

Based on 69,541 MOT tests across 8,423 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
302
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
8,423
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,320
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,718
brake binding 2,431
Stop lamp not working 2,126
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,894
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MPL 132L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 47,542 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Spitfire fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,320 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MPL 132L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 54 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MPL 132L?

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What year was MPL 132L registered?

MPL 132L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 19 September 1972.

Is MPL 132L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPL 132L shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MPL 132L have outstanding finance?

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